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The first 30 minutes of test administration and scoring is billed using 96136 and each additional 30-minute increment needed to complete the service is billed with code 96137. CPT time rules apply to the add-on code if, beyond the first 30 minutes, at least an additional 16 minutes of work is performed.
CPT 96137 refers to the administration and scoring of two or more psychological or neuropsychological tests by a physician or qualified healthcare professional, requiring an additional 30 minutes beyond the initial 30 minutes.
Most Common CPT Codes for Psychological Testing. Generally, psychological testing CPT codes range from 96105-96146. Below are the codes you’ll likely come across when billing insurance for psychological testing.
Learn how to use the new CPT codes for psychological and neuropsychological testing services when billing Medicare and insurance carriers. The new codes distinguish between technical and professional evaluation, and between psychologist- and technician-administered testing.
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 96137 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Psychological and Neuropsychological Test Administration and Scoring.
Provided below are three (3) examples of entire episodes of care for Psychological or Neuropsychological Assessment. These exam-ples are meant to be a guide for how to code, document, and bill for testing services using the new revised CPT® code set implemented on January 1, 2019.
Billing and Coding Guide. The information provided throughout this Guide relates to both Neuropsychological and Psychological Testing services. Given the differences in scope, however, the two types of testing services are discussed separately as needed.
